Luke 24:45

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Luke 24:45 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.

King James Version KJV

Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,

American Standard Version ASV

Then opened he their mind, that they might understand the scriptures;

Bible in Basic English BBE

Then he made the holy Writings clear to their minds.

Free Bible Version FBV

Then he opened their minds so they were able to understand the Scriptures.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Then opened he their vnderstanding, that they might vnderstand the Scriptures,

Young's Literal Translation YLT

Then opened he up their understanding to understand the Writings,

World English Bible WEB

Then he opened their minds, that they might understand the Scriptures.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Then he opened their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

Then he opened their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures.

Translation for Translators T4T

Then he enabled them to understand the things that had been written about him in the Scriptures.

Plain English Version PEV

Then he helped them to understand the words that are in God’s book, like he opened their brains, so they could think properly.

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Luke 24:45 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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GRK τοτε διηνοιξεν αυτων τον νουν του συνιεναι τας γραφας

τοτε tote G5119 then Adv

διηνοιξεν dianoigō G1272 to open up Verb-AAI-3S

αυτων autos G846 it/s/he Pron-GPM

τον ho G3588 the/this/who Art-ASM

νουν nous G3563 mind Noun-ASM

του ho G3588 the/this/who Art-GSN

συνιεναι suniēmi G4920 to understand Verb-PAN

τας ho G3588 the/this/who Art-APF

γραφας graphē G1124 a writing Noun-APF

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Greek Word Reference — Luke 24:45

τοτε tote G5119 "then" Adv

The Greek word for then, used to describe a specific point in time, as seen in Matthew 2:17 and Galatians 4:8. It can refer to concurrent or consequent events, and is often used to introduce a new action or event.

Definition: τότε, demonstr. adv. of time, correlat. of ὅτε, then, at that time; __(a) of concurrent events: Mat.2:17 3:5 and freq., Rom.6:21; before ptcp., Mat.2:16, Gal.4:8; opposite to νῦν, Gal.4:29, Heb.12:26; ὁ τ. κόσμος, 2Pe.3:6; __(b) of consequent events, then, thereupon: Mat.2:7 3:5 4:1 and freq., Luk.11:26; τ. οὖν, Jhn.11:14 19:1, 16 20:8; εὐθέως τ., Act.17:14; ὅτε . . . τ., Mat.13:26 21:1, Jhn.12:16; ἀπὸ τ., Mat.4:17 16:21 26:16, Luk.16:16; __(with) of things future: Mat.24:28, 40 25:1, 31ff.; opposite to ἄρτι, 1Co.13:12; καὶ τ., Mat.7:23, Mrk.13:21, Luk.21:27, 1Co.4:5, al.; ὅταν . . . τ., Mat.9:15, Mrk.2:20, Luk.5:35, 1Th.5:3, al. (more frequently in Mt than in the rest of the NT). (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 156 NT verses. KJV: that time, then See also: 1 Corinthians 4:5; Matthew 7:5; Hebrews 10:7.

διηνοιξεν dianoigō G1272 "to open up" Verb-AAI-3S

To open or explain something, like opening the mind to understand. This word means to reveal or expound on a concept, as seen in Luke 24:45 and Acts 17:3. It's about making something clear or understandable.

Definition: δι-αν-οίγω [in LXX for פֶּטֶר (Ex, Nu), פָּקַח, פָּתַח, etc. ;] to open up completely, to open: Luk.2:23 (LXX); pass., Mrk.7:34, Act.7:56. Metaphorical, δ. τ. νοῦν, Luk.24:45, τ. καρδίαν, Act.16:14, pass., οἱ ὀφθαλμοί, Luk.24:31; of explaining, τ. γραφάς, Luk.24:32, Act.17:3.† (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 8 NT verses. KJV: open See also: Acts 16:14; Luke 24:32; Mark 7:35.

αυτων autos G846 "it/s/he" Pron-GPM

This pronoun refers to a person or thing, like 'he', 'she', or 'it'. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a person or thing, like in John 2:25 where it says 'he himself knew'.

Definition: αὐτός, -ή, -ό, determinative pron., in late Gk. much more frequently than in cl. (WM, 178f.; Jannaris, HGG, §1399). __1. Emphatic (so always in nom. exc. when preceded by the art., see infr., iii); __(1) self (ipse), expressing opposition, distinction, exclusion, etc., αὐ. ἐκχυθήσεται, Luk.5:37; αὐ. ἐγινώσκεν, Jhn.2:25; αὐ.ὑμεῖς, Jhn.3:28; καὶ αὐ. ἐγώ, Rom.15:14; αὐ. Ἰησοῦς, Jhn.2:24; αὐ. καὶ οἱ μετ᾽ αὐτοῦ, Mrk.2:25; ὑμεῖς αὐ., Mrk.6:31; esp. (as freq in cl.) αὐ. ὁ, Mat.3:4, Mrk.6:17, Jhn.16:27, 1Th.3:11, al.; in late Gk., sometimes weakened, ἐν αὐτῇ τ. ὥρᾳ, in that hour, Luk.10:21 (M, Pr., 91; MM, see word); __(2) emphatic, he, she, it (M, Pr., 86; Bl., §48, 1, 2, 7), Mat.1:21, 12:50, Luk.6:35, al.; pointing to some one as master (cl.), Mat.8:24, Mrk.4:38, al.; αὐ., καὶ αὐ. = οὗτος, ὁ δε (BL, §48, 1), Mat.14:2, Mrk.14:15, 44, Luk.1:22, 2:28, al. __2. In oblique cases (cl.), for the simple pron. of 3rd of person(s), he, she, it, Mat.7:9, 10:12, 26:44, al.; with ptcp. in genitive absol., Mat.9:18, Mrk.13:1, al. (for irreg. constructions, V. Bl., §74, 5); pleonastically after the relative (cf. Heb. אֲשֶׁר לוֹ; WM, 184ff.; Bl., §50, 4; MM, see word), Mrk.7:25, Rev.3:8, 7:2, al.; in constr. ad sensum, without proper subject expressly indicated, Mat.4:23, Act.8:5, 2Co.2:13, al.; genitive αὐτοῦ = ἐκείνου, Rom.11:11, 1Th.2:19, Tit.3:5, Heb.2:4. __3. ὁ, ἡ, τὸ αὐ., the same: Heb.1:12, 13:8; τὸ αὐ., ποιεῖν, Mat.5:46, 47, al.; φρονεῖν, Rom.12:16, 15:5, Php.2:2, al.; τὰ αὐ., Act.15:27, Rom.2:1, al.; κατὰ τὸ (τὰ) αὐ. (MM, see word), Act.14:1, Luk.6:23, al.; ἐπὶ τὸ αὐ., together (MM, see word), Mat.22:34, Act.1:15, al.; ἓν κ. τὸ αὐ., 1Co.11:5, 12:11; with dative (cl.), 1Co.11:5; with a noun, λόγος, Mrk.14:39; μέτρος, Php.1:30; πνεῦμα, 1Co.12:4. (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 3773 NT verses. KJV: her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which See also: 1 Corinthians 1:2; 1 John 3:10; 1 Peter 1:3.

τον ho G3588 "the/this/who" Art-ASM

The Greek word for 'the' or 'this', used to point out a specific person or thing, like in Acts 17:28. It can also mean 'he', 'she', or 'it'.

Definition: ὁ, ἡ, τό, the prepositive article (ἄρθρον προτακτικόν), originally a demonstr. pron. (so usually in Hom.), in general corresponding to the Eng. definite article. __I. As demonstr. pron. __1. As frequently in Hom., absol., he (she, it), his (etc.): Act.17:28 (quoted from the poet Aratus). __2. Distributive, ὁ μὲν . . . ὁ δέ, the one . . . the other: 1Co.7:7, Gal.4:22; pl., Act.14:4, 17:32, Php.1:16, al.; οἱ μὲν . . . ἄλλοι δέ, Mat.16:14, Jhn.7:12; οἱ μεν̀ . . . ὁδέ, Heb.7:21, 23. __3. In narration (without ὁ μὲν preceding), ὁ δέ, but he: Mat.2:14, Mrk.1:45, Luk.8:21, Jhn.9:38, al. mult. __II. As prepositive article, the, prefixed, __1. to nouns unmodified: ὁ θεός, τὸ φῶς, etc.; to abstract nouns, ἡ σοφία, etc., to pl. nouns which indicate a class, οἱ ἀλώπεκες, foxes, Mat.8:20, al.; to an individual as representing a class, ὁ ἐργάτης, Luk.10:7; with nom. = voc. in addresses, Mat.11:26, Jhn.19:3, Jas.5:1, al.; to things which pertain to one, ἡ χεῖρ, his hand, Mrk.3:1; to names of persons well known or already mentioned; usually to names of countries (originally adjectives), ἡ Ἰουδαία, etc. __2. To modified nouns: with of person(s) pron. genitive, μοῦ, σοῦ, etc.; with poss. pron., ἐμός, σός, etc.; with adj. between the art. and the noun, ὁ ἀγαθὸς ἄνθρωπος, Mat.12:35; the noun foll, by adj., both with art., ὁ ποιμὴν ὁ καλός, Jhn.10:11 (on ὁ ὄχλος πολύς, Jhn.12:9, see M, Pr., 84); before adjectival phrases, ἡ κατ᾽ ἐκλογὴν πρόθεσις, Rom.9:11. __3. To Other parts of speech used as substantives; __(a) neuter adjectives: τ. ἀγαθόν, etc.; __(b) cardinal numerals: ὁ εἶς, οἷ δύο, etc.; __(with) participles: ὁ βαπτίζων (= ὁ Βαπτιστής, Mat.14:2), Mrk.6:14; πᾶς ὁ, with ptcp., every one who, etc.; __(d) adverbs: τὸ πέραν, τὰ νῦν, ὁ ἔσω ἄνθρωπος; __(e) infinitives: nom., τὸ θέλειν, Rom.7:18, al.; genitive, τοῦ, after adjectives, ἄξιον τοῦ πορεύεσθαι, 1Co.16:4; verbs, ἐλαχεν τοῦ θυμιᾶσαι, Luk.1:9; and frequently in a final sense, ἐξῆλθεν ὁ σπείρειν, Mat.13:3 (on the artic. inf., see Bl., §71). __4. In the neut. to sentences, phrases or single words treated as a quotation: τὸ Ἐι δύνῃ, Mrk.9:23; τὸ ἔτι ἅπαξ, Heb.12:27; τὸ ἀνέβη, Eph.4:9, al. __5. To prepositional phrases: οἱ ἀπὸ Ἰταλίας, Heb.13:24; οἱ ἐκ νόμου, Rom.4:14; neut. accusative absol., in adverbial phrases, τὸ καθ᾽ ἡμέραν, daily, Luk.11:3; τὸ κατὰ σάρκα, as regards the flesh, Rom.9:5. __6. To nouns in the genitive, denoting kinship, association, etc.: ὁ τοῦ, the son of (unless context indicates a different relationship), Mat.10:2, al.; τὰ τοῦ θεοῦ, the things that pertain to God, Mat.16:23; τὰ τῆς εἰρήνης, Rom.14:19 (cf. M, Pr., 81ff.; Bl, §§46, 47). (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 7033 NT verses. KJV: the, this, that, one, he, she, it, etc See also: 1 Corinthians 1:1; 1 Corinthians 7:16; 1 Corinthians 11:24.

νουν nous G3563 "mind" Noun-ASM

Mind refers to the intellect or understanding, as in Luke 24:45 and Romans 1:28. It involves thought, feeling, or will. The KJV translates it as 'mind' or 'understanding'.

Definition: νοῦς (contr. from νόος), ὁ, genitive, dative, νοός, νοΐ (late forms, = cl., νοῦ, νῷ; Bl., § 9, 3), accusative, νοῦν, [in LXX chiefly for לֵב, לֵבָב ;] __1. prop., of the ruling faculty, mind, understanding, reason (see Lft., Notes, 88 f.; Vaughan on Rom.7:23): Luk.24:45, Rom.1:28 7:23 12:2 14:5, Eph.4:17, 23 Php.4:7, 2Th.2:2, 1Ti.6:5, 2Ti.3:8, Tit.1:15, Rev.13:18 17:9; ν. τ. σαρκός (ICC, in l), Col.2:18; opposite to σάρξ, Rom.7:25; to πνεῦμα, 1Co.14:14-15; to γλῶσσα, 1Co.14:19 __2. By meton., of an act of mind, a mind, thought, purpose: Rom.11:34 = 1Co.2:16" (LXX), 1Co.1:10.† νόος, see: νοῦς SYN.: see: πνεῦμα (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 22 NT verses. KJV: mind, understanding See also: 1 Corinthians 1:10; Luke 24:45; Revelation 13:18.

του ho G3588 "the/this/who" Art-GSN

The Greek word for 'the' or 'this', used to point out a specific person or thing, like in Acts 17:28. It can also mean 'he', 'she', or 'it'.

Usage: Occurs in 7033 NT verses. KJV: the, this, that, one, he, she, it, etc See also: 1 Corinthians 1:1; 1 Corinthians 7:16; 1 Corinthians 11:24.

συνιεναι suniēmi G4920 "to understand" Verb-PAN

To understand or comprehend, as in Matthew 13:13-15 where Jesus teaches about spiritual understanding.

Definition: συν-ίημι and συνίω (see Bl., § 23, 7), [in LXX chiefly for בִּין hi., שָׂכַל hi. ;] __1. to bring or set together. __2. Metaphorical, to perceive, understand: Mat.13:13-15 (LXX), Mat.13:19 15:10, Mrk.4:9 (WH, mg.), Mrk.4:12 7:14 8:17, 21 Luk.8:10, Act.7:25 28:26-27, Rom.15:21" (LXX), 2Co.10:12; with accusative of thing(s), Mat.13:23, 51, Luk.2:50 18:34 24:45; before ὅτι, Mat.16:12 17:13; before quæst. indir., Eph.5:17; ἐπὶ τ. ἄρτοις, Mrk.6:52; as subst., συνίων (ὁ σ., WH, mg.), a man of understanding, i.e. in moral and religious sense, Rom.3:11 (LXX).† (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 25 NT verses. KJV: consider, understand, be wise See also: 2 Corinthians 10:12; Mark 8:17; Romans 3:11.

τας ho G3588 "the/this/who" Art-APF

The Greek word for 'the' or 'this', used to point out a specific person or thing, like in Acts 17:28. It can also mean 'he', 'she', or 'it'.

Usage: Occurs in 7033 NT verses. KJV: the, this, that, one, he, she, it, etc See also: 1 Corinthians 1:1; 1 Corinthians 7:16; 1 Corinthians 11:24.

γραφας graphē G1124 "a writing" Noun-APF

This refers to a written document, specifically the holy scriptures or Bible. It appears in Romans 1:2 and Matthew 21:42, emphasizing the importance of written scripture. The term is used to describe the sacred writings of the Old Testament.

Definition: γραφή, -ῆς, ἡ (γράφω), [in LXX chiefly for כְּתָב ;] __1. a drawing, painting. __2. __(a) writing; __(b) that which is written, a writing: πᾶσα γ., 2Ti.3:16; γ. ἅγιαι, Rom.1:2; προφητικαί, Rom.16:26; al αἱ γ. τ. προφητῶν, Mat.26:56; ἡ γ., αἱ γ., the sacred writings, the Scriptures (i.e. the OT; see Milligan, NTD, 205); in pl., when the sacred writings as a whole are meant, e.g. Mat.21:42 26:54, Jhn.5:39, Rom.15:4; in sing., when a particular passage is referred to, as in Luk.4:21, Jhn.19:24, Rom.4:3 9:17 10:11 11:2, Jas.2:23 (Cremer, 165; DCG, ii, 584). (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 51 NT verses. KJV: scripture See also: 1 Corinthians 15:3; John 13:18; 1 Peter 2:6.

Study Notes — Luke 24:45

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Luke 24:45 Summary
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Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Luke 24:45
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 24:45
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 24:45
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 24:45
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 24:45
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 24:45
Cambridge Bible on Luke 24:45
Barnes' Notes on Luke 24:45
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 24:45
Sermons on Luke 24:45

Context — Jesus Appears to the Disciples

43and He took it and ate it in front of them. 44Jesus said to them, “These are the words I spoke to you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about Me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms.”

45Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.

46And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, 47and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Acts 16:14	Among those listening was a woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.
2	1 John 5:20	And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true—in His Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.
3	Psalms 119:18	Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things from Your law.
4	2 Corinthians 3:14–18	But their minds were closed. For to this day the same veil remains at the reading of the old covenant. It has not been lifted, because only in Christ can it be removed. And even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts. But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
5	Acts 26:18	to open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among those sanctified by faith in Me.’
6	2 Corinthians 4:4–6	The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers so they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
7	Ephesians 5:14	So it is said: “Wake up, O sleeper, rise up from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”
8	Isaiah 29:18–19	On that day the deaf will hear the words of the scroll, and out of the deep darkness the eyes of the blind will see. The humble will increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.
9	Exodus 4:11	And the LORD said to him, “Who gave man his mouth? Or who makes the mute or the deaf, the sighted or the blind? Is it not I, the LORD?
10	Job 33:16	He opens their ears and terrifies them with warnings

Luke 24:45 Summary

[Jesus helped the disciples understand the Bible by opening their minds to see how all the Scriptures pointed to Him, as He had taught them earlier in Luke 24:44. This is similar to how the Holy Spirit helps us today, as mentioned in John 16:13-14. By reading the Bible and asking for the Holy Spirit's guidance, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's plan and purpose for our lives, just like the disciples did. This understanding brings us closer to God and helps us see Jesus as the center of all Scripture, as seen in Hebrews 10:7.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for Jesus to open the minds of the disciples to understand the Scriptures?

This means that Jesus gave the disciples spiritual understanding and insight to comprehend the deeper meaning of the Bible, as promised in Jeremiah 31:34 and Ezekiel 36:26-27.

Why did the disciples need their minds opened to understand the Scriptures?

The disciples needed their minds opened because, despite being with Jesus and hearing His teachings, they still did not fully grasp the significance of His life, death, and resurrection, as seen in Luke 18:34 and Mark 9:32.

How does this verse relate to our own understanding of the Bible today?

Just like the disciples, we need the Holy Spirit to illuminate our minds to understand the Scriptures, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 2:14-16 and Psalm 119:18.

Is this a one-time event or an ongoing process for believers?

This is an ongoing process, as believers continue to grow in their understanding of the Scriptures through the work of the Holy Spirit, as seen in Philippians 1:9-11 and Colossians 1:9-10.

Reflection Questions

What areas of Scripture do I struggle to understand, and how can I ask the Holy Spirit to illuminate my mind?
How has my understanding of the Bible changed over time, and what role has the Holy Spirit played in this process?
What are some ways I can cultivate a deeper understanding of the Scriptures in my daily life, such as through prayer, reading, and meditation?
How can I apply the principle of Jesus opening the minds of the disciples to my own relationships, sharing the Gospel with others and helping them understand the Scriptures?

Gill's Exposition on Luke 24:45

Then opened he their understanding,.... He not only opened their hearts, to attend to what he said, and the proofs he gave of his resurrection from the dead in a true body; but he removed the veil

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 24:45

Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the Scriptures.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 24:45

He did not open their understanding without the Scriptures, he sends them thither; and he knew the Scriptures would not sufficiently give them a knowledge of him, and the things of God, without the influence and illumination of his Spirit: they are truly taught of God, who are taught by his Spirit to understand the Scriptures. Christ gives a great honour to the Scriptures. The devil cheats those souls whom he persuades to cast away the Scriptures in expectation of a teaching by the Spirit. The Spirit teacheth by, not without, not contrary to, the Holy Scriptures.

Trapp's Commentary on Luke 24:45

45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, Ver. 45. Then opened he their understanding] He enlightened both organ and object, as Acts 16:14.

Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 24:45

(45) Then opened he their understanding.—Assuming, as we must assume, that this was the same meeting of the Lord with His disciples as that reported in John 20:22, we have here that which corresponds with the gift of the Holy Spirit He then imparted to them. They were conscious of a new spiritual power of insight and knowledge which they had not possessed before. St. Luke’s report, as derived probably at second or third hand, through Joanna or others, is naturally more vague than that which comes from the eye-witness.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 24:45

Verse 45. Then opened he their understanding] διηνοιξεν, He fully opened. They had a measure of light before, so that they discerned the Scriptures to be the true word of God, and to speak of the Messiah; but they had not light sufficient to enable them to apply these Scriptures to their Lord and Master; but now, by the influence of Christ, they see, not only, the prophecies which pointed out the Messiah, but also the Messiah who was pointed out by these prophecies. The book of God may be received in general as a Divine revelation, but the proper meaning, reference, and application of the Scriptures can only be discerned by the light of Christ. Even the very plain word of God is a dead letter to those who are not enlightened by the grace of Christ; and why? because this word speaks of spiritual and heavenly things; and the carnal mind of man cannot discern them. They who receive not this inward teaching continue dark and dead while they live.

Cambridge Bible on Luke 24:45

45. opened he their understanding] Spiritual things can only be spiritually discerned, 1 Corinthians 2:10-13. On this most important truth see Matthew 11:27; Matthew 13:11; Matthew 16:17; John 16:13; Acts 16:14. “Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law,” Psalms 119:18.that they might understand the scriptures] Hence the power with which they—till this time so dull and slow of heart—henceforth explained them, Acts 1:16; Acts 1:20; Acts 2:16; Acts 2:25, &c.

Barnes' Notes on Luke 24:45

Opened he their understanding - Enabled them fully to comprehend the meaning of the prophecies which foretold his death and resurrection. They had seen him die, they now saw him risen.

Whedon's Commentary on Luke 24:45

45. Then—As his discourse furnished a complete view of the whole system of Scripture fulfilments now accomplished. Opened he their understanding—By a direct internal enlargement and enlivening of their spiritual faculties.

Sermons on Luke 24:45

	Sermon	Description
	Baptism of the Holy Spirit - Part 1 by Kathryn Kuhlman	In this sermon, Miss Coleman shares a powerful testimony of a father who had a revelation that Jesus is the true Messiah. The father struggled with the idea of admitting his previo
	Rediscoving Christ-Alive by Major Ian Thomas	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is searching for individuals from all walks of life who have a perfect heart towards Him. He uses the analogy of a violinist playin
	Christ Made Perfect by Major Ian Thomas	In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of being reconciled to God at a young age. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the purpose of Jesus' death on t
	Attributes of God (Series 1): God's Omnipresence and Immanence by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the distance between humanity and God. He shares a personal experience of praying with a friend on a hill, feeling both the darkness and the
	(John - Part 13): Nicodemus - the Need for Utter Sincerity Before God by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the speaker criticizes religious discussion groups, stating that they often engage in superficial conversations without truly connecting with God. He emphasizes the
	There Were Two Trees in the Garden - Part 1 by Art Katz	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the compactness and significance of the scripture, particularly in relation to the failure of Adam and its implications for humanity. The fai
	Clothed With Power From on High by Les Wheeldon	In this sermon, the speaker discusses the disciples' experience after Jesus' resurrection. He emphasizes that the disciples were still struggling to understand and were not yet fil